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A photograph of an indoor satsang setting with a robed figure seated on a wooden bench at left, wearing an orange turban, a bare-chested orange-saffron shawl wrap, a white and orange-red flower garland, and gold bangles on the arm. The seated figure has long hair pulled back under the turban, and a tray of bananas and red kumkum powder sits in front. A young boy in a white t-shirt sits beside him, and a man in a pale pink striped shirt and dark trousers bends forward to place his hand on the boy's head in blessing. Behind them are green potted plants, rocks, a white sculpted backdrop with small figures and a dark curtain.

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A seated person in an orange-saffron turban and orange-saffron cloth wrap, with a thick garland of white jasmine and red roses with green leaves draped over the shoulders, places a hand on the head of a seated boy in a white T-shirt with a colourful logo and plaid pyjama pants. The boy has eyes closed, receiving the blessing. A wooden chair and a tray of bananas sit in front, with green plants and rock formations behind.2015-04-19April 19 20152015-04-19April 29 20152015-04-29April 19 20152015-04-19April 24 20142014-04-24A photograph of a satsang-style blessing indoors. A bare-chested figure in a saffron-orange turban and saffron cloth sits at left, wearing a thick garland of pink, white and orange flowers with red blooms and gold bangles on his wrists. He extends his hand to rest on the head of a young boy kneeling in prayer with palms together, while a man in a white shirt bends forward beside them and another boy stands watching behind. A woman in orange-red garments with a beaded necklace stands at upper right. Green leafy plants and a white air conditioner fill the background, and a tiger-striped cloth lies on the seat. a person: the turbaned figure with long swept features, orange turban, ornate gold bangles and flower garland fits the cues of a distinctive presentation, shown as an in-person blessing.2015-04-19April 26 20152015-04-26A photograph of a seated figure in an orange turban and saffron-orange cloth draped over the shoulders, wearing layered garlands of pink, orange, red and white flowers and gold-toned bangles. The figure places a hand on the forehead of a seated man in a light pink shirt, who holds offerings in cupped hands. A second man in glasses stands at the right edge. Around them are potted green plants, rough stones, a small clay dish and offerings in a tray. The turbaned figure shows the appearance of a distinctive ceremonial presentation, with saffron clothing, turban and floral garlands; the identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2015-04-19February 23 20152015-02-23A photograph of an ashram blessing scene in front of a backdrop of green potted plants, a purple cloth hanging, and rocks on green turf. A figure in an orange-red turban and orange-red robe, with a beaded tan necklace and bangle, sits on the left and places a hand on the head of a young boy in a red top and red-and-grey trousers, whose eyes are closed. A man in a maroon polo shirt and glasses kneels on the right, watching. Behind them, two women in white saris with brown borders stand, one wearing a long rudraksha mala. In the foreground a wooden tray holds bananas, sweets and rudraksha beads. The figure's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance, so the seated blessing figure is described by role only.2015-02-23A photograph of a blessing ritual. A figure in an orange-red turban and matching orange-red robe, with a beaded rudraksha-style mala across the chest and gold armlets, places one hand on the crown of a seated boy's head and the other on his shoulder. The boy wears a red long-sleeved top and red and grey track pants, sitting with eyes closed on a small grass mat. A man in a red polo shirt and khaki trousers kneels nearby with hands folded, watching. Behind them are potted plants, rounded rocks, and a tray of bananas, apples and rudraksha beads. In the background, women in white and cream saris with red borders stand near a purple drape and gold-coloured decorations.2015-02-23A photograph of a satsang setting with a seated man in orange-red robes and a large rudraksha mala draped over his shoulders, reaching out to place his hand on the head of a young boy in a yellow t-shirt who holds up his palm. Behind a low arrangement of green plants, oranges, rudraksha beads and a tray of offerings, a woman in white with a tilak and rudraksha mala watches, another woman with a tilak stands nearby, and a woman in white clothes stands at the right edge. The man's bare shoulder and the golden ornate backdrop suggest a dais or throne area. a person: the seated figure wears a long rudraksha mala and orange-red robes consistent with the page's reference to a person; the identification is appearance-based and uncertain. Other figures are devotees.2015-02-19